Is Portimao Expensive?

Is Portimao expensive to visit?

Portimao is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $165. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Newcastle upon Tyne and Costa de Prata.



Portimao, Portugal

How expensive is Portimao?

On average, visitors spend about $165 per day when visiting Portimao (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $329 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Portimao here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Portimao?

A weekend trip to Portimao costs about $494 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $987.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Portimao?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Portimao costs around $1,152 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $2,303.

Is it expensive to backpack in Portimao?

Portimao is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 7 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $20 per night on average. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $15 and the most expensive dorm beds costing around $28. (See hostel prices in Portimao here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Portimao.

  • $17 for a dorm bed at Alameda Hostel
  • $23 for a dorm bed at My Guesthouse
  • $28 for a dorm bed at D'Art Boutique Hostel

Are hotels expensive in Portimao?

From our analysis of hotel prices in Portimao, we can see that they are very affordable in comparison to the rest of the world. On average, a night in a hotel room costs approximately $78. The area hosts around 12 five-star hotels, averaging $90 per night. For those with an eye on both comfort and economy, three-star hotels present a reasonable choice at an average of $85 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical option at $60 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Portimao
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
5 stars 12 $90
4 stars 45 $111
3 stars 88 $85
2 stars 24 $60
1 star 45 $84
No rating 136 $94

Unnamed Road Lote A2, Varzea de Arao, Portimao
Overall Rating 9.1
Morgado do Reguengo Resort, Portimao
Overall Rating 8.8

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Portimao?

Activities and things to do in Portimao can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $44 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $24.

    • Private Kayak Experience In Benagil Cave with 4k Photos: $104
    • Benagil Cave Kayak Self-Guided Tour: $27
    • Stand Up Paddleboard tour in Benagil: $14
    • SUP - Stand Up Paddle Algarve Adventure: $16
    • Portimão: Benagil Sunset Guided Boat Tour with Champagne : $38
    • From Portimão to Paradise 90 minutes Sunrise Tour: $22
    • Traditional Tour - Benagil Cave: $38
    • Algarve Coast Guided Boat Tour: $38

    Is food expensive in Portimao?

    Food in Portimao can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $49 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $44. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

    • Algarve wine tour and mountain top trip with lunch or dinner at sunset time: $147

    Is transportation expensive in Portimao?

    Exploring local transportation in Portimao shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $40 per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $29. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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